Trail Running calendar near Empire 2026-2027

A high alpine 50k near Nathrop Colorado that follows the Colorado Trail, reaches about 13,100 ft, and covers roughly 33 miles with 7,000 ft of ascent. The race is organized by Freestone Endurance on permitted public lands.

A fall trail event in Buena Vista, Colorado on September 27, 2026 offering a 14K trail race with over 500 feet of elevation gain and a 5K along the Arkansas River. Both races start and finish at Vendor Village near the Eddyline Beer Garden.

The 4th annual Greenland Open Space Pack Burro Race in Larkspur, Colorado offers 8 Mile and 3 Mile pack burro divisions. Teams must register a burro partner, follow animal welfare rules, and the field is limited to 75 participants.

A multi distance trail weekend at Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood Colorado offering 100K, 50 Mile, 50K, half marathon, 10K and 5K on mostly dirt singletrack with aid stations, drop bag support and on site medical.

Experience the scenic HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Area with trail races for the whole family. Enjoy rolling hills and open views followed by a pancake breakfast and finisher medals for all participants in Littleton.

A Woodland Park trail event featuring 50k and 10k options on singletrack and forest roads with views of Pikes Peak, stocked aid stations, and crew access for the 50k.

Experience the scenic single track trails of Steamboat Springs during the Emerald Mountain Trail Run. Choose between the 4 mile or 12k distances through aspen groves to support the local Boys and Girls Club.

Multiple trail races and a family obstacle run take place on Castle Rock ridgeline trails, with timed 5K to 50K options, chip timing, finisher medals and proceeds from the liveBIG race supporting the town’s Therapeutic Recreation Program.

A six-hour trail challenge in Littleton where runners complete a 5K each hour for six hours, totaling 18 miles if completed. Trail terrain, hourly elimination, tiered patches and medals, and national leaderboard prizes highlight the format.

A Halloween-themed Aspen event with a timed 3.5 mile trail run and a 1 mile walk, pet-friendly course through Marolt foot path and Moore open space, water stations, costume prizes, raffle prizes, food trucks, and proceeds to the Aspen Anima..

A four-race trail series across local parks with increasing distances, chip timing, and series awards for runners who complete all four events. Entrants must be 15 or older and registration is online only.

Multiple trail distances at Staunton State Park on October 10, 2026, from a steep 5K to a 50K ultramarathon, plus a 25K FishSlappers division that includes catching a trout; proceeds support conservation organizations.

A loop endurance event near Castle Rock, Colorado honoring two women with long lives. Choose **104 miles** or **52 miles** on a 3.25-mile loop, with solo and relay options plus camping, food trucks, and live music.

Run the Rocks is a fundraising event at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado on October 11, 2026. It offers a 5k and a 1.3 mile family course and raises funds for lung disease education, advocacy and research.

Indian Creek Trail Runs in Sedalia, Colorado on October 17, 2026 offers multiple trail and ultra distances through montane forests, aspen groves, red rock formations and prairie vistas with city views from several viewpoints.

Trail marathon and half near Fort Collins along redstone singletrack and technical rock sections, with stocked aid stations, drop bag options, and caps of 400 entries per distance.

Trail races at Bear Creek Lake Park offering 5 miles or a two-lap 10 miles on single-track dirt. Registration includes park admission, a finisher meal and refreshments; 10 mile finishers receive a commemorative mug.

A four-race trail series across local parks with increasing distances, chip timing, and series awards for runners who complete all four events. Entrants must be 15 or older and registration is online only.

Trail races at Bear Creek Lake Park on Oct 25 2026 featuring 5 km, 15 km, a 5+15 double and a Kids 1 km. Mostly dirt single and double track with steep climbs, marked courses and included postrace items for adult distances.

MonsterDASH Louisville on Oct 25, 2026 offers a new half marathon plus 5k, 10k and a kids mile with costume contests, expo, and themed runner perks.